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  1. J

    Tokai Legacy P Style Bass?

    Hi everyone, I have been thinking of getting a P bass and through my search stumbled across a store selling a Tokai Legacy P Style bass for only $350 AUS brand new, which is really cheap for a guitar here. These are the specs posted on the website: BODY: Basswood NECK: Canadian Maple Bolt-On...
  2. $445 Warmoth Seafoam Green PJ loaded bass body
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    For sale $445 Warmoth Seafoam Green PJ loaded bass body

    Warmoth PJ Alder body 70s spacing Truss rod notch in body Fender Pure Vintage 63 precision neck pickup Lindy Fralin split coil humbucking jazz bridge pickup Fender three-position switch Fender Pure Vintage threaded bridge Body is 4.10 lbs Loaded body about 5.9 lbs CTS pots Orange cap Switchcraft...
    $445.00
  3. Jesseisaac

    SOLD $445 Warmoth Seafoam Green PJ loaded bass body

    Warmoth PJ Alder body 70s spacing Truss rod notch in body Fender Pure Vintage 63 precision neck pickup Lindy Fralin split coil humbucking jazz bridge pickup Fender three-position switch Fender Pure Vintage threaded bridge Body is 4.10 lbs Loaded body about 5.9 lbs CTS pots Orange cap Switchcraft...
  4. *PRICE DROP!* 2008 Squier Classic Vibe Precision Bass China Grand Reward
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    For sale *PRICE DROP!* 2008 Squier Classic Vibe Precision Bass China Grand Reward

    Up for sale is a "Crafted in China" 2008 Squier Classic Vibe Precision Bass in lovely SONIC BLUE. It's the first year the CV's were made and has CGS08+7 digit serial #, indicating it was made at the highly regarded Grand Reward factory. As you probably already know, these are highly regarded...
    $525.00
  5. deesonic

    SOLD *PRICE DROP!* 2008 Squier Classic Vibe Precision Bass China Grand Reward

    Up for sale is a "Crafted in China" 2008 Squier Classic Vibe Precision Bass in lovely SONIC BLUE. It's the first year the CV's were made and has CGS08+7 digit serial #, indicating it was made at the highly regarded Grand Reward factory. As you probably already know, these are highly regarded...
  6. darkkimhari

    Some advices if you want to order a bass / guitar in Aliexpress (China°

    Hey Guys, I got many messages after my post about my custom bass ordered in Aliexpress. As the questions were often the same, I thought that I would do a video for you with a cocktail of all I could advise you : As a reminder, if you wanna have a look in my project There is also this...
  7. B

    Wanted Squier Classic Vibe 60’s Precision Bass Sonic Blue (China)

    Hi all, I’ve been looking for a China-made Squier Classic Vibe P Bass in Sonic Blue for some time. I’d love to take one off your hands, for a reasonable price (there’s one on EBay right now, but it’s around $750 all-in). I don’t really post here, but I’m happy to provide my Reverb account on...
  8. Titanium

    Asia Build quality

    I’m thinking of buying a new instrument, and I’m finding more and more that things I like seem to be built in Asia. I can’t help but wonder if there is a generally accepted hierarchy for overall quality based on country of origin, or if that’s tied more to the company that puts their name on it...
  9. A

    Fender Jazz Bass made on China?

    Hello guys, One thrift store in my town has this Fender to sell for 600€. But i can't find anything similar online, only american ones. Any clue if This os fake? I'm afraid.
  10. 2010 Squier Classic Vibe 60s Jazz Bass Olympic White
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    For sale 2010 Squier Classic Vibe 60s Jazz Bass Olympic White

    Weight: 9.3lbs Up for sale is an excellent condition Squier Jazz Bass!!! One of the most praised instruments of the Squier lineup. This has a rosewood fingerboard (no Indian Laurel or Pau Ferro) and has the pickguard cover on it. The bass was recently setup and is currently strung with...
    $300.00
  11. sonojono

    SOLD 2010 Squier Classic Vibe 60s Jazz Bass Olympic White

    Weight: 9.3lbs Up for sale is an excellent condition Squier Jazz Bass!!! One of the most praised instruments of the Squier lineup. This has a rosewood fingerboard (no Indian Laurel or Pau Ferro) and has the pickguard cover on it. The bass was recently setup and is currently strung with...
  12. Squier Classic Vibe 60s Jazz Bass
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    For sale Squier Classic Vibe 60s Jazz Bass

    This is an early 2008 Chinese run from the CV lines. Shows some wear from play use over the years. Weight is around 8lbs. Fretboard is rosewood. Everything works as is, truss rod turns and the frets have been cleaned and polished! Currently setup in low action and strung with Dunlop Super...
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  13. sonojono

    SOLD Squier Classic Vibe 60s Jazz Bass

    This is an early 2008 Chinese run from the CV lines. Shows some wear from play use over the years. Weight is around 8lbs. Fretboard is rosewood. Everything works as is, truss rod turns and the frets have been cleaned and polished! Currently setup in low action and strung with Dunlop Super...
  14. Vintage style strap
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    For sale Vintage style strap

    final price drop
    $13.00
  15. Burwabit

    No longer available Vintage style strap

    2" wide. It's short at about 48.5" max. Plastic buckle. Thin and light. $13 shipped ConUS
  16. Tim Hugo

    Double Bass $200 double bass from china?

    Hey people, I have recently seen that you can buy a one piece double basses from Alibaba for like $160-$200. Now obviously I wouldn't say that those are really quality, but I mean hey! That's pretty cheap for something you'd regularly pay thousands for, maybe like for a project or just something...
  17. B-Mac

    Fender - Crafted in China?

    Is this for real? Fender China / Modern Player Jazz Bass 3-Color Sunburst/with soft case | eBay I guess it is if MF is selling them? https://www.musiciansfriend.com/bass/fender-modern-player-jazz-bass
  18. Bill Kron

    DHgate, Ali Express: Importing basses to US from China?

    I have all the "good basses" I need, but I jones for a "Frankenstein project" and the stuff on their sites seems like a great jumping off point. For example, this would make a great EB-6 with a little tweaking. Aliexpress.com : Buy Reliable Quality Best Service 8 Strings SG Custom Electric...
  19. andbaggio

    need help on a decision: ampeg svt classic 6x10 made in USA for a 4x10 made in CHINA

    I'm about to make a switch of cabinet. I have an Ampeg SVT Classic 610 HLF made in USA. I bought it in 2014. I'm about to switch it with a new Ampeg SVT Classic 410 HLF made in China bought in january 2018. Should I do the switch? The guy is basically giving me the 410 for my 610. What the...
  20. C

    Truss rod while traveling to hot/humid climate

    I'm not quite sure where I should post this so apologies in advance! I have a gig in China that will be through all of August and I'm planning on bringing my Mex Pbass for sure but I am on the fence about bringing my 4001Ricky. It is from 1973 and I got it for cheap because the neck is a little...
  21. Raimonds

    Passive to Active. ...from China.

    Hi everyone. Long story short - some months ago a bought a passive Jackson Kelly Bird as my first bass and very quickly began to think that I'd be better off with some passive to active conversion kit. This is the version I bought: The Kelly Bird turned out to be a very good choice for such...
  22. Iristone

    Asian Ampeg: Made in China, Korea, or Vietnam?

    How do I identify them when buying/hiring amps? Which country would the present models be made in? How do they compare in sound, reliability, etc.? Okay, since I'm Chinese I'm a bit partial to made in China amps... But it's really sound and roadworthiness that matters the most. Anyone could shed...
  23. I

    No name or unknown brands from China

    ...sold on Aliexpress, Made-in-China or other online sellers. Some look good, prices are very low... anybody as one, tried one, any experience? I’m curious about those.
  24. NicJimBass

    eBay bass neck from China... any good?

    Looking for an inexpensive rosewood neck for my Squier VMJ5. Found a couple like this on eBay, but am very leery, despite the good feedback. It's not a huge chunk of change, but looking to see if anyone has had any experience with one of these necks? The one i'm interested in: 1pc 5string Maple...
  25. Nohrellas

    "Made in America" or "Made in Europe" with Chinese parts?

    I found a company making basses and guitars here in Europe at a very affordable pricepoint, around 500€. When I looked closer, especially at their Les Paul model, I noticed a bolt-on neck. And all of the bodies were made out of basswood, both characteristics of "kit guitars" from china from my...
  26. JKydd

    Cheap pedals from china?

    So while shopping online I've seen a lot of cheap pedals coming directly out of china. I've heard a few people online comment about the general quality being good for the price but I haven't seen a lot of proof or reviews. Wondering if anyone here has any input/experience on the matter.
  27. crguti

    Messenger and google in China?

    How do you connect to messenger and make google's searches when you're in China? I'm travelling in China (in Xi'an right now) and I cannot do any of this 'simple' things.
  28. KPO2000

    Bass pedals only in China / Japan?

    Heading over to Beijing and Japan in a couple weeks...curious if there are any pedals that I can only find over there. Weird, useful or otherwise. Open to suggestions! Thanks!
  29. Quadzilla

    Gig in China (flying from USA) - What Do I Need to Bring, etc?

    Hello all, So my band has a gig in Macau, China ("the Las Vegas of China") in June. The casino is supplying the back-line (PA, drums, guitar and bass amps, mics, etc). It's only for one big event there (1 night). I have an active US passport, so that's not an issue. I'm not a big effects...
  30. Gopherbassist

    Has anybody ever tried anything like this?

    There are all kinds of interesting instruments out there. It seems like many people have come up with new ideas, new techniques, and new materials to make a bass or guitar out of. Today I stumbled on a video that shows a guitar made in a way I never could have imagined if someone hadn't...
  31. wpatton11

    Double Bass Howard Core new Chinese import

    Hey, does anyone have any info on these Howard Core Chinese import DBs - - carved top, retail for about $5,900 - supposedly as a foil to their line of German import, the 'Roma' bass? Thinking of upgrading from my old Epiphone bass, and I'd heard about these. Any info most welcomed.
  32. gary mitchell

    I am very sad to here MarkBass is going to China or somewhere.

    I heard MarkBass is having their stuff made in China are somewhere, that makes me wonder about quality. I have one of the first Jeff Berlin combo's, so that are to make my combo worth a million bucks right. Vintage baby and in mint condition big old yeller B&C 15in speaker. Isn't that what...
  33. Ronnie Nine

    WTH? Made in China EDEN XST? Need your help on this one.

    I wanted to buy an Eden 410xst. Everybody said I should jump for it, but a TB'er And I found out that something is wrong with this cab. It's only 4 ohms and 800 Watts. The speakers are darker in color, and the cone is round shaped. So after some waiting for the seller to answer, he told me...
  34. KCLRbass

    Donald Trump says "China" - Bass Cover by Iggy Jackson Cohen

    Best bass cover on YouTube, hands down. I checked and didn't see any other threads about this yet. If this is a double post, my apologies.
  35. G

    Are all Peavey Amps and Cabs made in China now?

    Hello fellow bassists Growler571 here. I am wondering if all Peavey Amps and Cabs are made in China now or are some made in the U.S. still? If so which ones are made in the U.S.? Also how is the quality of the Chinese made cabs and amps? Are they as durable as the old Peaveys of the 70's 80's...
  36. B

    Double Bass Angelo Chinese Bass

    Hey guys, Long time electric player looking to buy his first double bass (studying jazz at university). After being in the market for a few months, one has recently come up near my place but i don't know too much about it and would really appreciate your opinion on quality etc. It's a 3/4...
  37. Shortie

    Fender Short Scale Jazz Bass 2013 Red

    What is the story on this bass? Blurb says it's a "Made in China-Fender". What sort of "Fender" is this? I don't recall seeing the Fender brand on anything made in China in 2013 (if ever). Is it like "Fender Japan" - Chinese Fenders for the Chinese market that they don't sell in the USA? Anybody...